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Upcoming Events:

Jan 31—Mat’s last day before he starts his Sabbatical …

Feb 1—Brad’s first day as our new Interim Youth Pastor

Feb 3—Youth Valentine’s Day Babysitting—a special night for you and your spouse to go out and celebrate without the kids. Call Lynn at 288-1121 or email at lmuise@vbchurch.ca to book your children in.

Feb 9—20—Dominican Republic Mission Trip

Feb 10—YOUTH GROSS-OUT Olympics—note the new date—details TBA

March 3—5:00pm—Youth Fundraiser night—The Theme this year is “Gilligan’s Island” Starts at 5:00pm. Dinner served at 5:30pm with the program to follow. There IS free childcare.  We will be having a silent auction—if you have anything to donate—please contact Lynn in the office. Tickets available soon. $15 per person.

Mar 10—9am—12:00—Breakfast & Prayer Workshop—see details below.

March 24—31—Youth Group Mission Trip to Pender Island

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YOU'RE INVITED TO VBC's BREAKFAST AND A PRAYER WORKSHOP
Saturday March 10th from 9am to 12 noon in the East Wing. Guest speaker is Michelle Newsham (you may know her from her 6 years working at Kingsfold) will present: "PRAYER: TRY IT AGAIN, FOR THE FIRST TIME".

Most of us pray more than we think. Have you ever thought about that? Generally we think about prayer as the words we say between "Dear God" and "Amen.” But what if it's a whole lot more? Is it words? actions? attitude? spaciousness? presence? desire? Could I be praying and not really know it?

Join us for this half-day of reflection on prayer and discover ways you might be praying that you don't even realize! Remember to bring your note book, your Bible, your desire, your questions, your expectation… and explore with us the mystery and joy of prayer. You may find yourself trying it again, for the first time! For more info & to RSVP, contact Carol Prowse.

Mondays
3:00-5:00pm—Czech & Slovak Kids Playgroup—in the VBC Gym. Contact Andrea
5:00-8:00pm—Czech Folk Groups in the Gym.
3:00-9:00pm—Music Lessons. Contact Lynn in the office for more information (lmuise@vbchurch.ca)

Tuesdays
10:00—11:30am—Seniors Bible Study and Prayer Time. Meet in the East Wing
7:00—9:00pm—College & Careers - For all young adults age 18+, Meets at the Thiessen’s home.
3:00-9:00pm—Music Lessons. Contact Lynn in the office for more information (lmuise@vbchurch.ca)

Wednesdays
9:30—11:30am—VBC Play Group—Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. (in the Gym) All parents and tots are welcome. For more information, contact Sumyu Neufeld
9:30—11:30—Ladies Bible Study meets in the Boardroom.
7:00—9:15pm—Youth Group—All youth (Grades 7-12) are welcome to join in for fun, food and Bible Study times. For more information—contact Brad. brad@vbchurch.ca
~ Youth Group Praying Parents—meets the 3rd Wednesday each month to pray for the youth and the youth leaders and their activities. For more information, contact Terri-Mae Hepburn

Thursdays
7:00a.m.—Men’s Prayer Group - meets here at Varsity Bible Church. All men are welcome to join in.
4:00—6:00pm Homework Club—meets at the church. For Students from Grades 1-12.
3:00-9:00pm—Music Lessons. Contact Lynn in the office for more information (lmuise@vbchurch.ca)

Saturdays
6:00pm—Varsity@Nite Worship Service. All are welcome.
8:30—10am—1st Saturday of each month—Corporate Prayer meeting—in the VBC Prayer Room

 

Sundays

10:00am Worship Service
 

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Spiritual Formation/Discipleship Planning – Meet one-on-one to put together a personalized plan for spiritual growth this year. For an appointment, contact Susan Thiessen (sthiessen@vbchurch.ca)

Kings Fold Retreat and Renewal Centre - upcoming prayer time information

VBC Play Group Come to our informal drop-in playgroup at Varsity Bible Church, where you can enjoy a cup of coffee/tea and some adult interaction while your kids play in a safe and fun environment. We meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 9:30 to 11:30 am. There is a nursery and gym with toys and activities for the kids.  For more information, you can contact Sumyu Neufeld nohmus@yahoo.ca

VBC Marriage Course - Starts Sunday April 15, 2012 at 5:00pm sharp.  Contact
   the office for information:  lmuise@vbchurch.ca .

Youth Praying Parents  - Usually meets every 3rd Wednesday 7:00 - 9:15pm Come support
   our youth/leaders with prayer of the month.  Will resume again in September.

Corporate Prayer Time Please join us for a time of corporate guided prayer on the first
   Saturday of the month from 8:30-10:00 am at VBC. Everyone is welcome!

Ladies Bible Study   9:30 - 11:30 in the VBC Boardroom
     For info contact Kelsey Souchereau: ksouch@shaw.ca

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Around VBC...

Lanterns for Japan June Initiative to raise money for tsunami relief in Japan. Please see the bulletin board for more details or contact Mike Neufeld at mrneufeld@gmail.com or check their website at  https://sites.google.com/site/lanternsforjapan/home 

 4:00 PM Thursdays - Varsity Bible Church’s Homework Club. Children from grades 1 to 12 are  welcome to join us for free tutoring in math, science, social studies, English and reading skills. The program will run every Thursday from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Church during the school year. If you  would like more information, or to obtain a Program Participant Enrolment Form for your child, please contact one of the following Homework Helpers: Kevin Johnson, Robyn Peat, Pat Halbauer or Jennifer Legge. To join, please bring your child to the Church at 4:00pm on Thursdays with your completed forms. Enrolment is limited!

COMMUNITY GROUPS - The Main Thing -  Success at Varsity Bible Church is defined by how effectively our ministries and community groups include people.  We believe that sustained life change happens best in the context of community and intentional relationships, which are key to sustained spiritual growth. In a community group, people study Gods word together and discuss the issues and challenges of life. It is also where they pray, care for one another and are missed if they do not show up. In addition to the personal ministry of the staff and leaders of our church, community groups assist us in  ministering effectively at VBC. There are area groups, young married groups, service focused groups, senior groups, singles groups and cross generational groups. Community groups meet weekly or bi-weekly.   To find out more about community groups, we encourage you to contact Allen Fuller.  We are committed to helping every member of VBC experience a growing intimacy with God, in an environment of genuine loving relationships.

So, you‘ve been thinking about joining a Small Group at Varsity. Great, but why? At Varsity Bible Church‘s retreat last January, we spent a lot of time discussing vision both for VBC and for Small Groups.  When asked about their vision for Small Groups, most people said they were most interested in  community, spiritual growth and accountability. We all need community, acceptance and a place to  belong.   This is what Small Groups do best! Like-minded believers who are there to support and  encourage one another in their walk with Jesus. If this sounds good and you‘re interested in joining a  Small Group contact me, Allen Fuller directly at fullerap@telus.net or you can always catch him Sunday during coffee.  Watch for more details.

PAULS’ MISSION TRIP TO MEXICO: Tim, Hannah, Shalayna, Stephanie, & Mikaela have headed down to Ensenada Mexico on October 1st for the school year to help a new school that has been built for underprivileged children in the village of Ojo Negros. They are looking for cash donations for specific needs that arise once they are down there. If you can help out, or want to contact them: timandhannahpauls@gmail.com or find them on www.hopeforthenations.com under the project name Mexico - Ensenada, Puenta de Vida School. Many thanks.

Varsity Gathering Places Committee
Last year, the youth and some church members worked hard to make tiles for one panel of a 3 sided sculpture that was placed in the park adjacent to the church.  The artist, Tracy Franks, later assembled and erected the sculpture.

This sculpture is part of a bigger project in Varsity, where the Artists worked with the Varsity Schools: Marion Carson, F. E. Osborne, St Vincents and Varsity Acres to make the tiles for the other sculptures.

5 years ago Varsity Bible Church donated proceeds from their garage sale that contributed to this project.